are getting married in the Dominican republic!
ilian & î€ randon
Booking Your Room
About the resort
room categories
Passports & Insurance
FAqs + contact
explore the links below to learn about the resort, available rooms, book your stay, and more
the run down
RSVP: October 8th, 2024
Guest Deposit Due: October 30, 2024
Final Payments Due: July 23rd, 2025
Wedding Date: Sunday, November 16th, 2025 @ 5PM
The resort requires a 3 night minimum stay.
We have rooms reserved for November 12th-24th, 2025, but you are invited to stay longer (based upon availability).
when + important dates
The couple has pre-reserved rooms for you at
Hard Rock Punta Cana , a stunning, all-Inclusive resort in the Dominican Republic.
The resort is located about 30 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport
where
Jilian & Brandon have already pre-reserved rooms at the resort for their wedding guests through our travel agency.
See below to snag your room for this special celebration!
how to book
To give our guests a carefree experience, we've opted for a child-free celebration, with the exception of our flower girls.
To attend the wedding, guests must stay at Hard Rock Punta Cana within our wedding group.
please note
#betterHOFFtogether
Jilian & Brandon have also included links to their Wedding Registry and Honeyfund!
Everything you know about all-inclusive Caribbean rooms thrown out the window at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana, and created a luxurious, unapologetic room experience to fit even the most discriminating tastes. Spacious. Indulgent. Decadent. From the moment you enter, you'll immediately notice rock star touches like private balconies, Hydro Spa Tub, plush bathrobes, and slippers. From the music playing when you arrive to the evening turn-down service before you call it a night, we've put major attention into every minor detail to ensure your Hard Rock vacation is worthy of a superstar.
Hard Rock Punta Cana
an, all inclusive resort
included all inclusive amenities
• Unlimited access to à la carte Dinner dining options without reservations required
• Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
• Daily activities
• 24-hour room & concierge services
• Pool and beach wait service
• Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer
• Daily maid service
• Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
• Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues
• No wristbands required
• All taxes and gratuities
• Free Wi-Fi in all areas of the resort
available room types
Jilian & Brandon have reserved the following room types at
Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana. Review your options and rates below.
Please indicate your preferred room category when making your reservation.
Inventory is limited, so book early to guarantee your room.
Deposit is $150 per person + the optional travel insurance
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Islander Junior Suite King Bed and Sofa Bed
Go ahead, indulge yourself With rich details, modern decor and decadent service. It's easy to do in our Hard Rock Islander Junior Suite.
815 sq ft. room size with Garden or Lagoon view
3 night package $1989, Additional Nights: $563/night
Prices are listed for 2 ADULTS PER ROOM and include ALL-Inclusive Hotel and Round Trip Airport Transportation
passports
Urgent & important passport information
A passport is required. Current passport process time is up to 12 weeks.
If you do not have a passport yet, this doesn’t allow much time for a hiccup. I strongly recommend that you get your passport applications submitted NOW!
If you have a passport, check your expiration date NOW!
Do not wait, do not pass go, because there is NO get out of jail free card on this thing! DO NOT get a Passport card because it is cheaper. That only works for travel by car, crossing the borders to Mexico and Canada.
YOU NEED THE BOOK!
travel insurance
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
WITHOUT TRAVEL INSURANCE, ALL PAYMENTS ARE NONREFUNDABLE
Travel protection is your best way to recoup any lost deposits if you need to cancel.
It also includes post-departure coverage for things like medical expenses or lost luggage.
We recommend Arch RoamRight, but you may choose to purchase insurance from any carrier you would like.
INSURANCE COST is based on age, length of stay, among other factors.
The average cost per wedding guests for the travel protection we offer is $159 per person.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a room block?
Can we come earlier or stay later?
How much will this cost?
Is there a payment plan?
How do I get a quote for my room?
I am sharing a room with another guest.
How does that work?
What about airfare?
Can I book my airfare with points or miles?
Travel Insurance FAQs
What if I book and need to cancel?
Do I need a passport?
What happens if I don't book with Vacations By Melissa?
Have more questions?
• This means that Jilian & Brandon have paid a deposit to pre-reserve rooms for your group.
• The couple has signed a contract with the resort and has committed to a minimum number of rooms
• Only rooms booked with Vacations By Melissa count toward this contract
• The resort has a 3 night minimum stay requirement, but you are welcome to come earlier or stay later!
• We have reserved several different room types for you to choose from.
Absolutely! Please include your requested dates on the reservation form, and I will confirm availability.
• The rates listed are per ROOM, based on 2 adults and include:
• Hotel Accommodations
• All Inclusive Amenities
• Round trip shared transportation between the Punta Cana Airport (PUJ) and resort
• Hotel, Tax & gratuities
• All wedding events & activities
• Optional Travel insurance is available to protect your investment
Yes! Initial deposits of $150 per person are due within a week of room booking (no later than) Oct 30th,2024.
Final payment is due July 23rd,2025.
You are welcome to make additional payments at any time.
Payment plans are interest free!
• All quotes start with the reservation form. Fill out that form and I will get back to you with a quote.
• In your reservation form, make sure to include the ROOM TYPE you want to book
• Please coordinate with your roommate and designate ONE person to fill out the reservation form.
• Reservation forms should be one per ROOM, not one per person. When I get your form, I will email both of you and explain next steps.
• If you and your roommate live at different addresses, please make sure to include the second passenger's contact info. This can go in the notes field.
• While Brandon & Jillian request that you book your room with the group, you are welcome to book your own airfare.
• If you would like assistance with air, we are happy to help!
• If you book your own air, please forward your air confirmation to me no later than September 27th, 2025. This is how we schedule your transportation pick up at your destination.
• Book airfare to Punta Cana International Airport. The airport code is PUJ.
• You are welcome to book your own airfare however you'd like (cash, points or miles). If you book your own air, please send me the confirmation asap so I can schedule your ground transportation.
• Due to contract deadlines, we recommend booking your hotel room as early as possible and adding air when you're ready.
Travel insurance is HIGHLY recommended and protects you if you need to cancel your trip. Since all-inclusives are pre-paid, insurance protects your investment if you need to change your plans. Without travel insurance, there are no refunds for any reason.
Travel insurance is based on the cost of your room. Please see pricing tiers above.
This insurance must be purchased within 21 days of initial deposit to include most comprehensive coverage.
Travel insurance includes more than just cancellation coverage... it includes post-departure coverage and medical coverage as well! Did you know that most USA health insurances do NOT work in the Dominican Republic? If you need to see a doctor for an illness or a small mishap, you will be charged in cash upfront before a doctor will treat you. Insurance helps reimburse you for these unexpected costs.
• Since all inclusive resorts are pre-paid AND non-refundable, travel insurance is encouraged to protect your investment.
• Life is unpredictable; plans can change.
• The cost of insurance is based on the cost of your room (see pricing tiers above)
• Without insurance, there are no refunds should your plans change.
• Without insurance, you will also not have any medical coverage for mishaps or catastrophic events. Your US health insurance will likely not work outside the US.
Yes, all international travelers are required to have a passport, including infants and children. To learn more about the application process, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.
If you already have a passport, please check the expiration date. The U.S. State Department recommends that international travelers have 6 months of validity on their passport after their return trip date.
Brandon & Jilian have paid a deposit to pre-reserve rooms for your group. They have a group contract that allows them to offer additional benefits for their guests. The couple kindly asks that you book your hotel within our designated group contract here at Vacations By Melissa.
There are several reasons why you should honor the couple's wishes and book the hotel portion with the group:
• The couple has worked with me to negotiate a contract for the ENTIRE group. This allows the couple to offer some amazing and fun surprises for all of you.
• These events and special amenities are based on a group minimum and the couple is required to meet that minimum number of rooms. Rooms booked outside the group contract do not count toward this minimum.
• Groups are given priority status at the resort, so you might miss out on some VIP treatment.
• Groups are given priority in terms of an oversold situation. If the hotel over sells, your group is protected but your reservation is not. You could be walked to another location.
Guests who do not book within the group contract unfortunately:
• Will not get the group rates
• Will have to pay upfront vs. over time.
• Will not receive any pre-departure, trip support or post-trip support from me.
• Unfortunately I cannot assist with travel arrangements made outside of the group, nor can I assist in the event of an emergency.
• Finally, you are not "officially" recognized by the hotel as being part of our event. The hotel group contract and wedding event pricing are planned in tandem.
• Booking outside of the group room block will remove you from the group events. You will beadditionally charged for each wedding event you attend.
• Guests staying off property will be charged a day pass to attend the wedding events. The resort has the right to stop selling day passes if the property reaches 90% capacity or greater. Off-property guests are welcome for 30 minutes prior to the ceremony start and will be asked to vacate the premises 30 minutes after the event ends.
• No problem, feel free to contact me: Hello@MelissaEsposito.com
• Note: Due to the nature of my job, I am frequently on the phone with travel suppliers. Email is often the fastest and best way to reach me.
• Kindly note my business hours of 9am-3pm EST, M-Th. I am available outside business hours by appointment.
book my room
to book a room:
reservation instructions
1. Read the important information included in the links above.
2. Select your room type from the rooms listed
3. Fill out the reservation form (click the button below!)
4. You will receive an invoice and a payment link within 3 business days.
Note: Roommates should designate ONE person to fill out the form (one form per room, not per person).
LET'S GO >>
Jilian & Brandon have partnered with my travel company for all their destination wedding travel coordination. I'm here to assist them AND you with all reservations any travel-related questions. I'm honored to be just a small part of their big day!